Micanopy, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Micanopy is a small town in Florida with a population of 604. Residents earn $68,393 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
604 Population 581/sq mi density
$68,393 Median Income $44,195 per capita
$230,600 Home Value $334,377 Zillow
$1,044 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$68,393 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$230,600 home value, $1,044/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,393
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,600
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.7%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,044
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

How Micanopy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population604
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density581/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,393
Per Capita$44,195
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$20,939M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,600
Rent$1,044
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,377
Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation119 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute23 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries14

Is Micanopy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Micanopy receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Micanopy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Micanopy is $68,393, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Micanopy is $230,600, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,044 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Micanopy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Micanopy has a population of 604 with a density of 581 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 7.8% Black.

Population

604
Total Population
581
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Micanopy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Micanopy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Micanopy is $68,393, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Micanopy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,393
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$80,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,212
County GDP$20,939M

Business (County)

Restaurants669
Healthcare921
Retail918
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,950
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Micanopy is $230,600, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,044 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,377.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,600
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,377
Median List Price$337,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$337,500
$/Sq Ft$215
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,044
10% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,950
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Micanopy, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Micanopy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death8,032/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities921

Crime Rates: Micanopy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Safety Score

Micanopy has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation119 ft (36 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density581/sq mi
Coordinates29.5064°N, 82.2805°W
County FIPS12001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.8%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.7%
15% above US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density581/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities921
Restaurants669
Retail Stores918

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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